Maintenance Technician

Kerry Group•Byesville, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment. Our Byesville, OH plant is an integral part of our Beverage division, dedicated to processing and packaging fruit-based juice mixes, syrups, extracts, and other liquid ingredients. Kerry is on the lookout for career-oriented individuals to support the increasing demand for high-quality ingredients. You'll find yourself in a dynamic and enjoyable work setting! We take pride in our products that enhance food flavors, often featuring strawberry, banana, coconut, or lemon. Our team members are passionate about their community, their colleagues, and the outcomes we achieve daily. If you're seeking a manufacturing environment where you can develop a career and enjoy the process, our team could be the perfect fit for you! Training will be from 630AM - 300PM Monday - Friday, position will work 700AM-700PM on weekends. As a Maintenance Technician, you’ll be a key player in keeping our production lines running safely, efficiently, and reliably. You’ll work directly with modern manufacturing equipment, troubleshoot issues in real time, and help improve how our plant operates day to day. This is a hands-on role in a fast‑paced food manufacturing environment where your technical skills matter, your ideas are heard, and your work has a visible impact every shift.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalency required
3 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, ideally chemical or beverage manufacturing.
Proficient in electrical, mechanics, pneumatics, and hydraulics.
Ability to read and interpret schematics and drawings.
Practiced in safe work habits.
Team player with enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work well done.
Self-starter dedicated to continual quality improvement.
Basic computer skills (MS Excel, Word, Outlook).

Nice To Haves

Industrial maintenance degree
welding certification
industrial electrical certification
Associate degree in a related field or completion of a Trades/Technical School program
SAP knowledge is helpful.

Responsibilities

Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on production and facility equipment
Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems
Diagnose equipment issues quickly to minimize downtime and keep operations moving
Read and interpret schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical drawings
Partner with production and engineering teams to improve equipment reliability
Support continuous improvement projects and equipment upgrades
Follow and promote strong safety and quality standards at all times